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fromTechzine Global
3 days ago

Europe's open source strategy falters despite widespread adoption

Europe widely adopts open source software but lacks formal strategic leadership and OSPOs, risking missed digital sovereignty and underleveraged benefits.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Should Europe wean itself off US tech?

"Critical data would become inaccessible, websites would go dark, and essential state services like hospital IT systems would be thrown into chaos," says Robin Berjon, a digital governance specialist who advises EU policymakers.
Digital life
Digital life
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

Mastering control of sovereign digital resilience | Computer Weekly

Countries are prioritizing control of internet infrastructure in response to global competition and security threats.
#russia
more#russia
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

South Korea set to decide whether to let Google Maps finally work properly

On 11 August, South Korean authorities will decide whether to permit Google to export detailed mapping data for improved navigation, impacting tourism and innovation.
Digital life
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month ago

The Huawei Dilemma: Why Europe Needs Strong Intelligence Guardrails

Spain's recent decision to award Huawei a contract worth €12.3 million to manage and store legally authorized wiretaps raises significant concerns about the country's commitment to digital sovereignty.
Digital life
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

CARV Advances AI Beings Roadmap With Hackathon And 12+ Ecosystem Partnerships | HackerNoon

CARV is creating autonomous AI Beings that function as digital species with full independence.
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

Under CISPE pressure, Microsoft opens the door to fairer cloud competition in Europe

Under the new agreement, CISPE members can offer Microsoft software to customers on a pay-as-you-go basis through the CSP-Hoster program, enhancing privacy for European customers.
Digital life
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Meta-owned WhatsApp could be banned in Russia. Here's why

WhatsApp may face restrictions in Russia due to new laws supporting a state-backed messaging app.
Meta is labeled an extremist organization in Russia, which complicates its operations.
#microsoft
fromIT Pro
1 month ago
EU data protection

Microsoft and CISPE make 'significant breakthrough' with software licensing concessions

fromIT Pro
1 month ago
EU data protection

Microsoft and CISPE make 'significant breakthrough' with software licensing concessions

more#microsoft
fromTheregister
1 month ago

SUSE to roll out Sovereign Premium Support

SUSE Sovereign Premium Support geo-pins support to a given region, ensuring it aligns with data sovereignty regulations important for European customers.
Digital life
#open-source
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Digital life

SUSE launches new European digital sovereignty support service to meet surging demand

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Germany news

Yet another European government is ditching Microsoft for Linux - here's why

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Digital life

SUSE launches new European digital sovereignty support service to meet surging demand

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Germany news

Yet another European government is ditching Microsoft for Linux - here's why

more#open-source
France politics
fromTheregister
2 months ago

French city of Lyon ditching Microsoft for FOSS

Lyon is replacing Microsoft Office with OnlyOffice and adopting Linux to enhance digital sovereignty and reduce environmental impact.
#cloud-computing
European startups
fromTechzine Global
2 months ago

SAP CEO calls European plan for own cloud data centers completely crazy

Building independent data centers in Europe to rival American cloud providers is impractical and not aligned with effective strategies for digital sovereignty.
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European startups
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Danish department determined to dump Microsoft

Denmark's Ministry for Digitalization plans to transition from Microsoft Office to LibreOffice, promoting digital sovereignty.
The initiative is part of a broader trend seen in other European governments.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

'We're done with Teams': German state hits uninstall on Microsoft

Schleswig-Holstein is abandoning Microsoft in favor of open-source software to regain control over data and enhance digital sovereignty.
#aws
European startups
fromInfoQ
2 months ago

AWS Unveils Independent European Governance and Operations for European Sovereign Cloud

AWS is launching an EU-controlled Sovereign Cloud with a focus on data sovereignty and compliance with EU laws.
fromHackernoon
2 months ago
European startups

AWS to Launch European Sovereign Cloud with 7.8B Investment by 2025 | HackerNoon

AWS is launching a European Sovereign Cloud to meet EU digital sovereignty demands by the end of 2025.
European startups
fromInfoQ
2 months ago

AWS Unveils Independent European Governance and Operations for European Sovereign Cloud

AWS is launching an EU-controlled Sovereign Cloud with a focus on data sovereignty and compliance with EU laws.
European startups
fromHackernoon
2 months ago

AWS to Launch European Sovereign Cloud with 7.8B Investment by 2025 | HackerNoon

AWS is launching a European Sovereign Cloud to meet EU digital sovereignty demands by the end of 2025.
more#aws
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Why Denmark is dumping Microsoft Office and Windows for LibreOffice and Linux

Denmark is transitioning from Microsoft Office to LibreOffice to enhance digital sovereignty amid concerns over foreign tech dependence.
#cloud-infrastructure
fromInfoQ
3 months ago
European startups

Microsoft Pledges Deeper European Tech Ties amidst Sovereignty Debate

Germany news
fromTechzine Global
2 months ago

Google to provide air-gapped Distributed Cloud to German Bundeswehr

Google will provide a secure, air-gapped cloud infrastructure for the German armed forces ensuring data sovereignty and operational continuity.
European startups
fromInfoQ
3 months ago

Microsoft Pledges Deeper European Tech Ties amidst Sovereignty Debate

Microsoft commits to strengthen European digital sovereignty through infrastructure expansion and increased resilience.
more#cloud-infrastructure
fromWIRED
3 months ago

The Privacy-Friendly Tech to Replace Your US-Based Email, Browser, and Search

Concerns over US tech giants have prompted Europeans to seek non-US digital services, influencing local tech development and user choices.
EU data protection
fromTechzine Global
3 months ago

Dutch parliament highly critical of Microsoft's ICC blockade

Dutch parliament seeks clarification on Microsoft's blocking of ICC prosecutor's email due to US sanctions, raising concerns about digital sovereignty.
European startups
fromComputerWeekly.com
4 months ago

Introducing the EuroStack initiative: Could this turn the tide on hyperscale cloud in Europe? | Computer Weekly

EuroStack aims to create a collaborative European tech ecosystem to challenge the dominance of US tech giants.
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